Resources
Here you can find resources curated specifically for the sports of PSA and American Schutzhund, including competition guidelines, equipment recommendations, and additional insights to get you started on your dog sport journey.
Protection Sports Association (PSA)
Mission of the Protection Sports Association
The Mission of the Protection Sports Association (PSA) is to provide an outlet for civilian competition in canine obedience and controlled protection, and to recognize achievement with titles and prizes, and promote competition with club trials and championship tournaments. PSA will endeavor to set a new standard for training excellence in the protection sports, and PSA shall encourage cross-over from other protection sports, to provide a competitive venue that will test the best against the best, and encourage excellence, sportsmanship, and integrity throughout the dog training community.
American Schutzhund (AS)
American Schutzhund Mission Statement
To restore and maintain Schutzhund as a relevant breed suitability test for working dogs in America. American Schutzhund will test the ability of the dog to withstand stress and continue to function in difficult situations. We will continue to evolve, always cognizant of the fact, that the balance among the three phases of the test is what makes it so difficult, yet so important. The entire premise of the test is to determine the best dogs suitable for law enforcement, the military and for serving the needs of humanity. With the information gained through the rigorous trials of scent work, obedience and protection work: police officers, individuals and organizations in disaster work, as well as our armed forces, will be able to choose canines suitable to execute the work of serving. Down the Road: Registration and Stud Books will be developed for individual breeds.
Recommended Equipment
Equipment List
- Crate
- Flat Collar
- Leash (4-6 Feet)
- Long Line
- Treats
- Treat Pouch, Apron, or Training Vest
- Water/Water Bowl
- Ball on a String
- Tugs
- Agitation Harness
- Prong Collar
- Fur Saver
Warm Weather Recommendations:
- Vehicle Shade Cloth i.e. Aluminet
- Crate Fan i.e. Ryobi, Ruffland, Gunner
Local Suppliers:
Mission of the Protection Sports Association
The Mission of the Protection Sports Association (PSA) is to provide an outlet for civilian competition in canine obedience and controlled protection, and to recognize achievement with titles and prizes, and promote competition with club trials and championship tournaments. PSA will endeavor to set a new standard for training excellence in the protection sports, and PSA shall encourage cross-over from other protection sports, to provide a competitive venue that will test the best against the best, and encourage excellence, sportsmanship, and integrity throughout the dog training community.
American Schutzhund Mission Statement
To restore and maintain Schutzhund as a relevant breed suitability test for working dogs in America. American Schutzhund will test the ability of the dog to withstand stress and continue to function in difficult situations. We will continue to evolve, always cognizant of the fact, that the balance among the three phases of the test is what makes it so difficult, yet so important. The entire premise of the test is to determine the best dogs suitable for law enforcement, the military and for serving the needs of humanity. With the information gained through the rigorous trials of scent work, obedience and protection work: police officers, individuals and organizations in disaster work, as well as our armed forces, will be able to choose canines suitable to execute the work of serving. Down the Road: Registration and Stud Books will be developed for individual breeds.
Equipment List
- Crate
- Flat Collar
- Leash (4-6 Feet)
- Long Line
- Treats
- Treat Pouch, Apron, or Training Vest
- Water/Water Bowl
- Ball on a String
- Tugs
- Agitation Harness
- Prong Collar
- Fur Saver
Warm Weather Recommendations:
- Vehicle Shade Cloth i.e. Aluminet
- Crate Fan i.e. Ryobi, Ruffland, Gunner
Local Suppliers:
Mission of the Protection Sports Association
- The Mission of the Protection Sports Association (PSA) is to provide an outlet for civilian competition in canine obedience and controlled protection, and to recognize achievement with titles and prizes, and promote competition with club trials and championship tournaments. PSA will endeavor to set a new standard for training excellence in the protection sports, and PSA shall encourage cross-over from other protection sports, to provide a competitive venue that will test the best against the best, and encourage excellence, sportsmanship, and integrity throughout the dog training community.
American Schutzhund Mission Statement
To restore and maintain Schutzhund as a relevant breed suitability test for working dogs in America. American Schutzhund will test the ability of the dog to withstand stress and continue to function in difficult situations. We will continue to evolve, always cognizant of the fact, that the balance among the three phases of the test is what makes it so difficult, yet so important. The entire premise of the test is to determine the best dogs suitable for law enforcement, the military and for serving the needs of humanity. With the information gained through the rigorous trials of scent work, obedience and protection work: police officers, individuals and organizations in disaster work, as well as our armed forces, will be able to choose canines suitable to execute the work of serving. Down the Road: Registration and Stud Books will be developed for individual breeds.
Equipment List
- Crate
- Flat Collar
- Leash (4-6 Feet)
- Long Line
- Treats
- Treat Pouch, Apron, or Training Vest
- Water/Water Bowl
- Ball on a String
- Tugs
- Agitation Harness
- Prong Collar
- Fur Saver
Warm Weather Recommendations:
- Vehicle Shade Cloth i.e. Aluminet
- Crate Fan i.e. Ryobi, Ruffland, Gunner
Local Suppliers:
